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Variable Speed Trigger Switch (Fig. A, D)

Lock-off Button and Trigger switch

Your saw is equipped with a lock-off button 

 2 

.

To lock the trigger switch,

 press the lock-off button as 

shown in Figure D. Always lock the trigger switch 

 1 

 when 

carrying or storing the tool to eliminate unintentional 
starting.

To unlock the trigger switch,

 press the lock-off button as 

shown in Figure D. Pull the trigger switch to turn the motor 
ON. Releasing the trigger switch turns the motor OFF.

 

WARNING: 

This tool has no provision to lock the 

switch in the ON position, and should never be locked 
ON by any other means.

The variable speed trigger switch will give you added 
versatility. The further the trigger is depressed the higher 
the speed of the saw.

 

CAUTION:

 Use of very slow speed is recommended 

only for beginning a cut. Prolonged use at very slow 
speed may damage your saw.

Fig. D

LOCKED 

UNLOCKED

2

1

Worklight (Fig. A)

 

CAUTION: Do not stare into worklight. 

Serious eye 

injury could result.

There is a worklight 

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 located on the end of the tool near 

the shoe. The worklight is activated when the trigger switch 
is depressed, and will remain on for a short time after the 
trigger switch is released. If the trigger switch remains 
depressed, the worklight will remain on.

nOTE:

 The worklight is for lighting the immediate work 

surface and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.

Low Battery Indicator

As the battery nears a fully discharged state, the worklight 
will blink twice and then dim, dropping the brightness of 
the light below the normal level. The light will continue 
to blink twice every 45 seconds until the battery is fully 
discharged at which time the light will turn off. Indication 
time will vary based on battery pack capacity.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

 

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal 
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack 
before making any adjustments or removing/

installing attachments or accessories.

 An 

accidental start-up can cause injury.

Blade Installation and Removal 
(Fig. E–G)

Different blade lengths are available. Use the appropriate 
blade for the application. The blade should be longer than 
3-1/2" (89 mm) and should extend past the shoe and the 
thickness of the workpiece during the cut. Do not use jigsaw 
blades with this tool.

 

WARNING: 

Cut hazard. Blade breakage may occur 

if the blade does not extend past the shoe and the 
workpiece during the cut (Fig. E). Increased risk of 
personal injury, as well as damage to the shoe and 
workpiece may result.

FIG. E

To Install Blade into Saw

1.  While holding the blade clamp release lever 

 3 

 up 

(Fig. F), insert blade shank from the front.

2.  When the blade is securely in place, release the lever.

FIG. F

3

nOTE: 

The blade can be installed in two positions as shown 

in Figure G.

FIG. G

To Remove Blade from Saw

 

CAUTION:

 Burn hazard. Do not touch the the blade 

immediately after use. Contact with the blade may 
result in personal injury.

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Страница 1: ...may result in minor or moderate injury Used without word Indicates a safety related message NOTICE Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which if not avoided may result in property damage WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury WARNING To reduce the risk of injury rea...

Страница 2: ...t such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries c Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and or battery pack picking up or carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on inv...

Страница 3: ...ermanent injury to fingers hands and arms Use gloves to provide extra cushion take frequent rest periods and limit daily time of use Additional Safety Information WARNING ALWAYS use safety glasses Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT ANSI Z87 1 eye protection CAN CSA Z94 3 ANSI S12 6 S3 19 hearing...

Страница 4: ... battery contents come into contact with the skin immediately wash area with mild soap and water If battery liquid gets into the eye rinse water over the open eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases If medical attention is needed the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithium salts Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory irritation Pr...

Страница 5: ...ream and the Call 2 Recycle program provides an environmentally conscious alternative Call 2 Recycle Inc in cooperation with DeWALT and other battery users has established the program in the United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of spent nickel cadmium nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries Help protect our environment and conserve natural resources by returning the spent ni...

Страница 6: ...ge only DeWALT rechargeable battery packs Other types of batteries may overheat and burst resulting in personal injury and property damage NOTICE Under certain conditions with the charger plugged into the power supply the charger can be shorted by foreign material Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as but not limited to grinding dust metal chips steel wool aluminum foil or any buildup o...

Страница 7: ...F 18 24 C DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air temperature below 40 F 4 5 C or above 104 F 40 C This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery pack 2 The charger and battery pack may become warm to the touch while charging This is a normal condition and does not indicate a problem To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use avoid placing the charger or battery pac...

Страница 8: ...d as a flashlight Low Battery Indicator As the battery nears a fully discharged state the worklight will blink twice and then dim dropping the brightness of the light below the normal level The light will continue to blink twice every 45 seconds until the battery is fully discharged at which time the light will turn off Indication time will vary based on battery pack capacity ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTME...

Страница 9: ...in maximum speed before applying pressure Whenever possible the saw shoe must be held firmly against the material being cut Fig I This will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage Any cuts which put pressure on the blade such as angle or scroll cuts increase potential for vibration kickback and blade breakage WARNING Use extra caution when cutting overhead and pay par...

Страница 10: ...us To reduce the risk of injury only DeWALT recommended accessories should be used with this product Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center If you need assistance in locating any accessory please contact DeWALT Industrial Tool Co 701 East Joppa Road Towson MD 21286 call 1 800 4 DeWALT 1 800 433 9258 or visit ou...

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